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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 714 Monday 14 July 2014 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: New office space in London Bridge SE1 * What's on this week * Local job vacancies * Small offices & desk spaces for rent * Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum * Business forum in association with Better Bankside ============================================================ { Local news & features from the London SE1 website } * Southwark Bridge shut for Sacha Baron Cohen film stunt Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7719 * Yachts return to Tower Bridge after round-the-world race Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7718 * Sainsbury's Local to open at One Tower Bridge Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7717 * Police object to Southwark's 20 mph speed limit plans Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7716 * KCL staff & students march to Guy's in jobs protest Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7715 * Boris refuses to guarantee future of Lambeth Fire Station Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7705 * Southwark cathedrals share �700k from WWI centenary fund Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7714 * Segregated cycle track planned for Vauxhall Bridge Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7713 * Hospitals powering London's cabs with used cooking oil Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7712 * Pop-up cafe now open for summer at Archbishop's Park Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7710 * Fake footwear seized from E&C market shipped to Zambia Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7709 * Rose planted to celebrate Waterloo Action Centre's award Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7708 * Dedication ceremony held at site of Mary Seacole statue Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7707 * German artist's dazzling makeover for HMS President Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7706 * Deacon James Sheahan retires from St George's Cathedral Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7704 * Help to shape a new 'action plan' for London Bridge Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7703 * Local schoolchildren sell local produce at Borough Market Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7702 * 'Save the Coronet' campaign as club faces uncertain future Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7701 * Sixth man charged with Chris Foster murder Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7700 * �1k reward for video footage of Albert Embankment incident Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7699 * Commuter jumps in Thames to save man in distress Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/7698 ============================================================ { Advert: New office space in London Bridge SE1 } available from August 2014 The offices are very secure, in a very trendy part of town (just off 156 Bermondsey Street) partly furnished with desks and CAT5, telephone etc connections and approx 650+ square feet, can comfortably accommodate 8-10 people and filing space. The space is in the basement and very airy with a light well, with separate and secure CCTV access. Must be seen at only �1,400 + VAT per calendar month. We offer flexible leases and the office is available from August 2014. Short walk from London Bridge station and close to cafes, restaurants and the famous Borough Market. For more information please contact Sema Ziler on 020 7403 1500 or [email protected] ------------------------------------------------------------ Get your ad here: http://www.se1direct.co.uk/advertising.php Now taking bookings for late 2014 ============================================================ { What's on this week } JUBILEE GARDENS TRUST AGM Tuesday 15 July 6pm-8pm at St Paul's Pavilion, Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road; RSVP [email protected] or calling 020 7202 6900. Membership of the trust is open to businesses and residents' organisations in the area from Lambeth Bridge to Blackfriars Bridge, and south to St George's Circus. Membership subscription for companies and social enterprises is �25 per annum and for residents' groups �5 pa. An event for prospective members of the Jubilee Gardens Trust combined with the Annual General Meeting, with refreshments and the opportunity to talk to trustees. Representatives of local organisations wishing to get involved with Jubilee Gardens are invited to attend, in order to learn more about the trust's operations and the challenges it faces as the area becomes more and more busy, but also to look at opportunities for community use and local business involvement in this prime local asset. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15857 SEVEN YEARS IN SOUTHWARK'S ARCHAEOLOGY Tuesday 15 July 6.30pm-7.30pm at Southwark Local History Library, 211 Borough High Street; free Major development projects in Southwark over the last seven years have advanced our understanding of the archaeology of the borough in many ways and opened up new questions for research. Southwark's archaeology officer, Chris Constable, will talk about some of the major sites and finds that these projects have revealed. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15781 THE GOOD ENOUGH MUMS CLUB Wednesday 16 to Sunday 20 July 8pm (matinees 12.30pm 18/20 July) at The Three Stags, 67-69 Kennington Road; �12 from www.thegoodenoughmumsclub.com This new musical is conceived, produced, directed and performed by mothers who have all experienced the highs and lows of early-parenthood. Its creator Emily Beecher, who swapped her career as a producer for a new life as a mum, is committed to helping parents overcome some of the mental health issues that can be experienced by new parents. The musical has received significant funding as part of a Design Council initiative supporting projects aimed at improving child and parent healthcare in South London boroughs. Performances in July will test the impact of the production on mothers in order to combat feelings of low self-worth, loneliness, isolation and depression often experienced in the stages of early parenthood. If successful, the project will be extended across London and nationally. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15831 ST GEORGE THE MARTYR LUNCHTIME RECITAL Thursday 17 July 1pm-1.45pm at St George the Martyr, Borough High Street; free Alison Moncrieff Kelly (cello) and Alex Davan Wetton (piano) perform works by Bach, Sibelius, Faur� and Vaughan Williams. Followed by refreshments. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15704 THE ADDAMS FAMILY Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 July 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm at Greenwood Theatre, 55 Weston Street; �14 (conc �12) The Quay Players local amateur dramatic group present a new musical comedy. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15538 SPANISH & LATIN AMERICAN CELEBRATION Thursday 17 July 12 noon-2pm & 5pm-7pm at Emma Cons Gardens, The Cut; free Sample dishes from the H10 London Waterloo's Three O Two restaurant, Cubana and Meson Don Felipe at this special outdoor event. Flamenco dancing and a gig from a live Cuban band will also be part of this celebration. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15867 STORM Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 July at Gallery 223, 137-139 Lower Marsh; �15 in advance from www.wegottickets.com/moonfool Immersive theatre production recreating Shakespeare�s The Tempest for a contemporary state of mind. Four soloists and a 12-strong community chorus draw on original live music and choreography to lead the audience on a journey to encounter a changing world. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15873 DAYS HOTEL WATERLOO REDEVELOPMENT EXHIBITION Friday 18 & Saturday 19 July Fri 2pm-8pm; Sat 10am-2pm at Oasis College, Oasis Church Waterloo, 1a Kennington Road Public exhibition of plans for the redevelopment of Days Hotel Waterloo. The proposals would see the existing building demolished and replaced with a new 'landmark' building with 290 hotel rooms and 145 serviced apartments. The new building, designed by architects Falconer Chester Hall, will also include a spa, business and conference facilities and two restaurants. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15922 EDIBLE BANKSIDE PRODUCE SALE Saturday 19 July 10am-4pm (approx) at Market Hall, Borough Market Come and visit your community market stall with fresh local produce in the new glass market hall. All produce has been grown by local people within one mile of Borough Market as part of the Edible Bankside project. All money raised goes back to the gardeners to buy seeds for next year. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15915 BERMONDSEY WALK WITH OLD MAPS Saturday 19 July 11am at; �10 (conc �8); booking essential [email protected] Join Ken Titmuss for a walk with old maps exploring the settlement that grew around the causeway that led to Bermondsey Abbey. Find buildings that recall the area's leather-making heritage and 17th century houses where you least expect to see them. Along the way you will find find a Watch House and a fragment of Bermondsey Abbey that let you know you had arrived. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15852 SUMMER FAIR Saturday 19 July 12pm-4pm at St Anne's Church Hall, Thorburn Square St Anne's Church summer fair with bouncy castle, BBQ, cream teas, games and stalls. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/15815 ============================================================ { Local job vacancies } * HR Administrator, Blackfriars Settlement * Part Time Sales Assistant, Waterloo Body Station * Cleaner, Styles House TMO * Kitchen helper * Trustee, United St Saviour's Charity [volunteer] See http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs Why not advertise your job vacancy here? Only �9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/add-a-job ============================================================ { Small offices & desk spaces for rent } Why not advertise your office space here? Only �9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/offices/post-advert ============================================================ { Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum } * Mobile phone unlocking http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183445 * Bell and Sons http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183436 * Storytelling http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183426 * Small amount of white emulsion paint wanted please http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183414 * Tesco / Sainsbury's http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183397 * Westminster Bridge illegal gaming http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183391 * Nail bar/pedicure http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183331 * Geraldine Mary Harmsworth dog community http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183327 * Filming round Whittlesey Street http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/183325 To see all the current active forum topics, go to: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1 ============================================================ { Business forum in association with Better Bankside } * Office rental wanted - 1000 sq ft near London Bridge http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/8/182956 * Room hire required http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/182754 * Room hire enquiry http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/182374 Read more at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/7 ============================================================ CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information please see http://www.banksidepress.com/listings/ Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2014 Bankside Press Postal address: 27 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8NY ============================================================ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================ You have received this email because you signed up to receive weekly mailings about SE1 news and events. 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